Daria Harvey
Founder & Manager at Your IVF Doula | Senior Embryologist
US-based Senior Embryologist and fertility educator combining over a decade of laboratory expertise with compassionate fertility coaching. Founder of Your IVF Doula, guiding individuals and couples through assisted reproduction with clarity, confidence, and science-backed insight.
About Daria Harvey
Daria Harvey is a qualified Clinical Embryologist and the founder of Your IVF Doula, bringing more than 14,500 hours of hands-on experience in IVF laboratories around the world. With a strong background in clinical decision-making, patient communication, and reproductive science, Daria bridges the gap between scientific precision and emotional support. Her mission is to help intended parents and individuals understand their fertility journey, make informed decisions, and feel supported every step of the way.
Education & Credentials
- Master of Clinical Embryology – Monash University, Australia (2012)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science (with Credit), Genetics Major – Otago University, New Zealand (2010)
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Genetics & Reproductive Biology Major – Otago University, New Zealand (2007–2009)
Professional Experience & Focus
Fertility Coach & Embryologist – Your IVF Doula (2023–Current)
Founder and fertility coach offering independent embryology insights, education on Assisted Reproductive Technologies, and preconception guidance. Provides personalized cycle reviews and lifestyle recommendations, helping clients understand and optimize their treatment outcomes.
- Fertility education and coaching for individuals and couples
- Live speaking events and online resources focused on IVF and ART
- Review sessions between treatment cycles to clarify results and next steps
Senior Embryologist – Fertility Associates, New Zealand (2015–2018)
- Performed all aspects of clinical embryology, including blastocyst biopsy for PGT
- Managed gamete and embryo storage, patient communication, and laboratory compliance
- Ensured adherence to QC programs, OHS policies, and RTAC regulations
Embryologist – City Fertility Center, Australia (2012–2015)
- Conducted oocyte collection, IVF/ICSI/pICSI/IMSI procedures, and cryopreservation
- Oversaw fresh and frozen embryo transfers, sperm and ovarian tissue preparation
- Maintained patient education, laboratory statistics, and global shipment management for gametes and embryos
Specialties / Key Interests
- Clinical embryology and laboratory management
- IVF cycle analysis and troubleshooting
- Preconception health and fertility optimization
- Patient communication and fertility education
- Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) teaching and public speaking
Approach / Philosophy
Daria’s approach combines empathy, education, and evidence-based science. She believes that informed patients make empowered decisions — and that fertility care should be as emotionally supportive as it is clinically advanced. Through her coaching and educational programs, she helps intended parents decode complex medical data and rebuild confidence on their path to parenthood.
HowShe Can Help Our Members
Within Family By Choice, Daria provides science-driven fertility education and expert embryology insight. Her sessions help members understand IVF procedures, evaluate lab results, and prepare for treatment with clarity and emotional readiness.
Community Impact
- Founder of Your IVF Doula, supporting global fertility awareness
- Speaker on Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Fertility education
- Advocate for transparent, patient-centered fertility care
- Experienced embryologist with international career spanning Australia, New Zealand, and the USA
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